The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Manchester
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Manchester will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 17 buses that leave Bristol for Manchester on Tue, Dec 02, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Bristol to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Bristol to Manchester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Bristol to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Manchester buses for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX100 · NX421 | Delayed 3:15 PM 1:00 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h35 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX106 · NX120 | Delayed 5:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 4:25 PM 4:25 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX120 | Delayed 3:15 PM 7:00 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h15 | 4:25 PM 4:25 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h50 | 12:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h30 | 12:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 · NX120 | Delayed 10:20 AM 9:00 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 4:25 PM 4:25 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX590 | Delayed 3:15 PM 9:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 3:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX102 · NX120 | On time 11:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 4:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX121 | Delayed 3:15 PM 11:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h50 | 5:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h30 | 3:20 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h50 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX101 · NX120 | On time 1:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 6:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h25 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h45 | 5:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX100 · NX120 | Delayed 3:15 PM 2:05 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 7:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX120 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 9:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h40 | 8:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h25 | 8:35 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX100 · NX120 | On time 6:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h50 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX181 | On time 7:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX424 | On time 9:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 8h45 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX100 · NX421 | 1:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h35 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Manchester
Buses from Bristol to Manchester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Bristol to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Manchester with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $12 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Manchester by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bristol, you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) and Bristol, Bond Street North. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your trip in bus stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0.5 miles (833 m) away from the city centre.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Manchester Art Gallery, a public art museum housing an extensive collection of fine art and decorative pieces
- Science and Industry Museum, an interactive museum exploring Manchester's industrial heritage and scientific achievements
- Manchester Cathedral, a historic Gothic-style cathedral known for its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere
- The John Rylands Library, a neo-Gothic library with an impressive collection of rare books and manuscripts
- Castlefield, a historic area with Roman ruins and picturesque canals, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
- Old Trafford, the iconic football stadium and home to Manchester United, offering tours and a museum dedicated to the club's history
- The Northern Quarter, a vibrant district known for its independent shops, cafes, and street art
- Visit the Manchester Opera House for a captivating performance
- Explore the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks, a popular area with bars and clubs
- Enjoy a relaxing day at Heaton Park, one of the largest municipal parks in Europe, offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol to Manchester, follow these tips:
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Manchester
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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